2012 Himalayan flash floods

The 2012 Himalayan flash floods were a catastrophic natural disaster that occurred primarily in the months of June and July 2012 in the Indian states of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. Triggered by a combination of heavy rainfall and the rapid melting of snow in the higher altitudes, the floods resulted in widespread devastation, affecting thousands of people and leading to significant loss of life. The deluge caused extensive damage to infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and entire villages, displacing thousands of residents. Rescue and relief operations were hampered by the challenging terrain and ongoing adverse weather conditions. The disaster highlighted concerns over climate change and its impact on the fragile Himalayan ecosystem.